L. B. Shastri Assumes Office as India’s Second Prime Minister
On June 9, 1964, Lal Bahadur Shastri, one of India’s most respected and understated leaders, was sworn in as the second Prime Minister of India, following the death of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. During political uncertainty, economic strain, and external challenges, Shastri stepped into a role that required diplomacy, authority, humility, and vision. Though his tenure…
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